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sour

[souuhr, sou-er] / saʊər, ˈsaʊ ər /




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I plunked down at a gaming station and embarrassed myself playing “Mario Kart” over a lunch of Diet Coke and Ruffles Cheddar and Sour Cream chips.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

So when she learned that Sour Puss, a popular drink with Canadian university students, was actually American-made, she was shocked - and concerned about where she would get her next bottle.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

I ask if Sour Patch Kids are gluten-free, and I get a warning about additives in the ingredient list.

From Slate • May 6, 2026

Sour cream and cheese to add tang; pinto beans and red salsa for heartiness.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 19, 2026

We go up an aisle and grab off-brand snacks I’ve never heard of: Sour Patch Adults, Chocolate Sandwich Cookies with Cream, Rainbow-Colored Chews, and my favorite, A Chocolate Bar with Peanuts and Caramel.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas




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